Texting and Driving
Texting and driving is a terribly dangerous activity. Driving a car, especially on the highway, is the single most dangerous activity that most people do on a daily basis. When drivers take their eyes...
View ArticleDistracted Driving
Each day in the United States, approximately 9 people are killed and more than 1,000 injured in crashes that are reported to involve a distracted driver. Distracted driving is driving while doing...
View ArticleDriving in the Rain
Singing in the rain is fun. But driving? For some people, it’s anxiety-producing. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, there are on average more than 950,000 automobile crashes each...
View ArticleTips for driving on icy roads
-The #1 icy road driving tip: Reduce your speed. Slowing down is the most important thing to do when driving on ice and snow. High speeds make it both easy to lose control and difficult to stop. You...
View ArticleNational Transferable Lifetime Warranty
Have you ever wondered about the warranty of repairs on your vehicle? Starting out in 2018, we are starting a new warranty program with the NTLW! Watch this video to find out more and if you have...
View Article5 Things YOU need to know about YOUR car!
5 things everyone should know about their car With the amount of money we spend on the payments, maintenance, and repair of our cars, you’d think we’d have a better relationship with our vehicles....
View ArticleTips for Driving in Snow
-Clear snow and ice from windows, lights, the hood, and the roof before driving -Leave plenty of room for stopping. -Don’t try to out drive the conditions. Remember the posted speed limits are for dry...
View ArticleFacts to teach your new teen driver
Teen drivers are inexperienced, usually distracted, and impulsive, statistics show. That’s every single teenager, from the A student to the wild child. That won’t come as news to the insurance...
View ArticleRobotic vests gain acceptance in industry…
A vest that acts as an external skeleton might be one answer to reducing occupational health injuries. The vest, developed by Ekso Biotics, is currently being used by the Ford Motor Company and has...
View ArticleAutomotive Paint Colors: What Affects Color Match?
(* we did NOT paint the vehicle above, I found the photo on the internet) Why is auto paint color match such a difficult task? Automotive Paint Colors: What affects color match? In this article I will...
View ArticleUnderstanding Air Bags!
Overview In 25 years—from 1987 to 2012—frontal air bags saved 39,976 lives. That’s enough people to fill a major league ballpark. NHTSA provides information about the safety benefits of frontal and...
View ArticleCar Seat Replacement After Accident
If you have been involved in a car crash and had a child restrained in a child car seat, the seat may need to be replaced. In April 2004, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)...
View ArticleFrequently asked questions with answers!
Do I Have The Right To Select The Shop That Will Repair My Vehicle? It’s your car, your choice! We recommend you select a repair shop that will be an advocate for you, the vehicle owner. Why Can’t I...
View ArticleThings to think about after the accident happens….
Accidents happen, it’s a fact. And when they do happen, it’s imperative that you have your car repaired so that it’s not a danger to you or anyone else you’re sharing the road with. But before you...
View ArticleCellphone usage while walking or driving is BAD….
Pedestrians are dying at levels that haven’t been seen in 25 years, according to a new Governor’s Highway Safety Association report. The reason appears to be that people are ignoring some of the first...
View ArticleMany dangers of a highway work zone
Highway work zones are annoying, but motorists should never leave the traffic lane to avoid delays. Even if the way appears clear, driving into a work zone is incredibly dangerous for workers. A...
View ArticleHow to drive in hail
Hail storms are extremely dangerous to drive in. Not only can they cause extensive damage to your car but can also be harmful to anyone who decides to venture out of their vehicle. Hail can also...
View ArticleThey save lives, but . . .Know what happens when an airbag deploys!
In 1969, the new trend in driving safety was air pillows. Those pillows stayed around but their name changed, and no wonder. An airbag is no pillow, but while a deployed airbag is not a comfy...
View ArticleRoad Trip! Check off these important points before setting out
If vacation-time means a road trip, a few simple preparations can keep you safe and out of trouble. Under the hood: Check all fluids, including oil, coolant, brake fluid and windshield washer fluid....
View ArticleThe Many Benefits of Body Shop Plastic Repairs
Your car features a lot of plastic parts- many of which you may be unaware of. In fact, durable plastic polymers are now used for bumpers, body and door panels, trim, light covers, windows, equipment...
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